South Sea Hotel is a haven by the ocean, where guests can unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar. With laundry facilities and luggage storage, this hotel offers convenience and connection.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Parking available
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
Garden
Front desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Fridge
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Parking on-site
Hairdryer
Room options
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Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Twin)
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
Hotel Seaview Double plus Single
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Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Twin Room)
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Heating
Fridge
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
Traditional Hotel Double plus Single
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Heating
Fridge
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units)
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Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Double Room)
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Heating
Fridge
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)
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Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Single room)
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Heating
Fridge
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
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Church Hill Restaurant & Oyster Bar - 3 min walk
Just Cafe - 1 min walk
About this property
South Sea Hotel
Situated by the ocean, South Sea Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Oban. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and full breakfast is available daily. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
27 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [At the bar.]
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Bar/lounge
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10 to 30 per person
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
South Sea Hotel Oban
South Sea Oban
South Sea Hotel Inn
South Sea Hotel Halfmoon Bay
South Sea Hotel Inn Halfmoon Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does South Sea Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, South Sea Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at South Sea Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at South Sea Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at South Sea Hotel and nearby?
South Sea Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around South Sea Hotel like?
South Sea Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Bunkhouse Theatre and 4 minutes' walk from Rakiura Museum.
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South Sea Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Great location
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2024
Very homely, beautiful spot and friendly, helpful staff
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Awesome food & stafff
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Dec 2023
excellent location, dinning options
Halina
Halina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2023
Great location, friendly staff and good food at the hotel
Jindina
Jindina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
This was a unique experience, the accomodation was great & central to Halfmoon bay, staff were friendly & helpful.
Geoff
Geoff, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2023
Very central to everything for us and great dining.
Ivy
Ivy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Mar 2023
Really enjoyed our stay- comfortable, quaint, great location, accessible to everything, lively pub and a good restaurant.
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Apr 2023
Great location, good restaurant.
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Mar 2024
Very nice basic accommodations with beautiful views of the harbor. The staff was very friendly and accommodating!
Rita
Rita, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2023
Clean,reasonably priced, comfortable accommodation after tramping... highly recommend.
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Nov 2023
Superb location for any visit to Oban
Carolyn
Carolyn, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2024
Stewart Island stay
Good stay at good old Kiwi pub. Prices were fair and food and drink was good
Would definitely stay there again
CARSWELL
CARSWELL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jan 2023
Lovely staff, clean room with everything we needed, perfectly placed in the lovely town.
Kelsey
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jan 2024
Great place to stay on Stewart Island. Easy access from the ferry and walkable everywhere. Bar was excellent and laundry facilities a real help
Jarrod
Jarrod, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
21 Mar 2024
Convenient location
Shazia
Shazia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 May 2024
The staff was fantastic and very informative. Very easy access to Ferry Terminal - about a 3 minute walk.
Connie
Connie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2023
Enjoyed everything accessible and convenient and friendly people
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2024
We love the South Sea and stay there every time we spend the night at Rakiura. The staff are awesome. Its not flash - old pub accomodation, but its traditional, clean and welcoming. Perfect views and the food is amazing.
Nicky
Nicky, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2023
Close to everything and a great Pub
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Nov 2023
It had a convenient location to all activities and the section we stayed in was relatively new
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2023
I could stay here comfortably. Very good hotel!
Takashi
Takashi, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2023
Good service & amazing views
WARREN
WARREN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2022
Great stay at the South Seas over Christmas. Great meals at the restaurant and a great locality.
Murry
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2022
The location was great, center of everything with a pub and restaurant in the building.